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Chrysler 300 · Model year 2018 · No longer built

2018 Chrysler 300 specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2018 Chrysler 300 or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 8 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.

Horsepower
292–363 hp
Combined MPG
19–23
Recalls
4
Schedule covers
150k miles
300 towing capacity by yearTow ratings for every year we have charts for; the 2018 spec sheet's towing figures are in Specs & features below.See the towing chart

What changed for the 2018 Chrysler 300

The 2018 300 versus 2017: what's different, from the factory charts and spec sheets.

All the differences we found (3 more highlights plus full equipment lists)
  • Wood, leather-wrapped is now standard on 300 Limited.
  • Newly available: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop (300 Limited) and Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking (300 Limited).
  • No longer standard or offered on some trims: Six speakers (300 Limited), Leather-wrapped (300 Limited) and Wood, leather-wrapped (300C).

Newly standard

  • Headlamps: LED fog lamps — 300 Limited
  • Nappa luxury perforated and quilted leather-trimmed bucket seats — 300C
  • Nappa perforated leather-trimmed bucket seats — 300 Limited
  • Remote start system — 300 Limited
  • Six premium speakers with 276-watt digital amplifier — 300S, 300 Limited
  • Steering Wheel: Heated — 300 Limited
  • Steering Wheel: Wood, leather-wrapped — 300 Limited
  • Suspension: Four-wheel independent touring — 300 Limited, 300C
  • 20-in. polished aluminum — 300C
  • Door Handles: Platinum — 300C
  • Floor Mats: Luxury front and rear — 300C
  • Granite Crystal grille with chrome surround — 300 Limited
  • Interior Accents: Real Black Olive Ash Burl wood — 300 Limited
  • Interior Accents: Real natural-pore Mocha wood — 300C
  • LED driver and front-passenger lower front footwell lamps — 300 Limited
  • LED-illuminated front and rear map pockets — 300 Limited
  • Mirrors: Auto tilt-down adjust when in Reverse — 300 Limited
  • Mirrors: E-Chromic auto-dimming — 300 Limited
  • Mirrors: Memory — 300 Limited
  • Mirrors: Platinum — 300C
  • Mirrors: Power/multifunction manual foldaway — 300 Limited
  • P245/45R20 BSW All-Season Performance — 300 Limited
  • P245/45R20 BSW All-Season Performance — 300C
  • Speedometer: 160 mph — 300C
  • Sport Mode — selectable sport-tuned transmission shift points — 300C
  • Steering Column: Power tilt/telescoping with memory — 300 Limited
  • Steering wheel-mounted shift controls — 300C

Newly available

  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop — 300 Limited
  • Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking — 300 Limited
  • Headlamps: Auto high-beam headlamp control — 300 Limited
  • Wipers: Rain-sensing — 300 Limited

No longer offered on some trims

  • Audio Systems: Six speakers — 300 Limited
  • Mirrors: Power/manual foldaway, heated — 300 Limited
  • Nappa leather-trimmed bucket seats — 300 Limited
  • Nappa perforated leather-trimmed bucket seats — 300C
  • Steering Wheel: Leather-wrapped — 300 Limited
  • Steering Wheel: Wood, leather-wrapped — 300C
  • Suspension: Four-wheel independent AWD — 300C
  • Suspension: Four-wheel independent comfort — 300 Limited, 300C
  • 18-in. polished aluminum — 300 Limited, 300C
  • 19-in. polished aluminum — 300C
  • All-wheel drive with front axle disconnect — 300C
  • Alternators — 160-amp — 300 Limited
  • Badging: All-wheel drive — 300C
  • Black grille with bright surround — 300 Limited
  • Door Handles: Body-color — 300 Limited
  • Floor Mats: Front and rear — 300C
  • Granite Crystal grille with chrome surround — 300C
  • Interior Accents: Charcoal Wood Hydrographic — 300 Limited
  • Interior Accents: Real Black Olive Ash Burl wood — 300C
  • Mirrors: Body-color — 300 Limited
  • P225/60R18 BSW Touring — 300 Limited, 300C
  • P235/55R19 BSW All-Season Performance — 300C
  • Rear 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat with armrest and cup holders — 300S, 300 Limited, 300C
  • Speedometer: 140 mph — 300C
  • Steering Column: Manual tilt/telescoping — 300 Limited

Listed for the first time on the equipment chart

  • Heated second-row — standard: 300 Limited, 300C — optional: 300S
  • Nappa leather-trimmed sport bucket seats — standard: 300S
  • 17-in. premium painted aluminum — standard: 300 Touring
  • Badging: 300C — standard: 300C
  • Badging: Chrysler badge — standard: 300 Touring L, 300S, 300 Limited, 300C — optional: 300 Touring
  • Badging: Rear Chrysler Wing Badge — standard: 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300 Limited, 300C
  • Cloth bucket seats — standard: 300 Touring
  • Dark Bronze grille and surround — optional: 300S
  • Eight-way power driver seat with four-way power lumbar adjuster — standard: 300 Touring
  • Floor Mats: Alloy Edition front and rear — optional: 300S
  • Front-passenger seat belt alert — standard: 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300S, 300 Limited, 300C
  • P215/65R17 Low-rolling Resistance — standard: 300 Touring
  • P235/55R19 BSW All-Season — optional: 300 Touring, 300 Touring L
  • Performance — standard: 300C — optional: 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300S, 300 Limited
  • Power Backlight Sunshade — optional: 300S, 300 Limited, 300C
  • Steering Wheel: Luxury — standard: 300C
  • Titanium tips — optional: 300S

No longer on the equipment chart

  • Four-wheel independent performance with three-season tire
  • Luxury two-tone leather-wrapped with chrome accent
  • Seating: Heated 2nd-row
  • 19-in. polished aluminum with satin finish
  • Alloy Edition Badging
  • Badging: 300C — Chrome finish
  • Badging: 300C Platinum — Platinum finish
  • Badging: Liquid Titanium Chrome wing badge
  • Badging: Platinum AWD
  • Brakes: Performance
  • Floor Mats: Alloy Edition
  • Headlamps: Bifunction halogen projector with delay
  • Hill-start Assist
  • Interior Accents — Piano Black/Titanium
  • Liquid chrome wing badge with Blue accent
  • Mirrors: Power-folding/multifunction
  • Rain Brake Support
  • Ready Alert Braking

Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2017 and 2018. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.

2018 Chrysler 300 specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.

General information4 specs
Vehicle type
E-segment sedan, rear-wheel drive (RWD), all-wheel drive (AWD)
Assembly plant
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
EPA vehicle class
Large car
Introduction date
Third quarter 2017 as a 2018 model
Body/chassis2 specs
Layout
Longitudinal front engine, rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD)
Construction
Unitized steel body and aluminum hood
Engines35 specs
3.6-liter Pentastar DOHC 24-valve V-6
AvailabilityStandard — 300 Touring (RWD/AWD), 300 Touring L (RWD/AWD), 300S (RWD/AWD) and 300 Limited (RWD/AWD)
Type and description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement220 cu. in. (3,604 cc)
Bore x stroke3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0)
Valve systemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum deep-skirt block with aluminum-alloy heads
Compression ratio10.2:1
Power (SAE net)292 bhp (218 kW) @ 6,350 rpm (81.1 bhp/liter) 300 bhp (224 kW) @ 6,350 rpm (83.3 bhp/liter) – 300S only
Torque (SAE net)260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm 264 lb.-ft. (358 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm – 300S only 394 lb.-ft. (534 N•m) @ 4,200 rpm – 5.7L HEMI V8 (300S, 300C)
Max. engine speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel requirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 (Federal Bin 5, 37 state compliant)
Oil capacity6 quarts (5.7 liters) with dry filter
Coolant capacity14 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission controlsDual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a)
Max. gross trailer weight (unbraked trailer)1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy)19 / 30 / 23 (RWD with 845RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission) 18 / 27 / 21 (AWD with 845RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission)
Engine assembly plantSaltillo Engine Plant, Mexico
5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with Fuel Saver Technology
AvailabilityStandard — 300C, Optional — 300S RWD
Type and description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled with variable-cam timing (VCT)
Displacement345 cu. in. (5654 cc)
Bore x stroke3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)
Valve systemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight deactivating and eight conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression ratio10.5:1
Power (SAE net)363 bhp (270 kW) @ 5,200 rpm (63.7 bhp/liter)
Torque (SAE net)394 lb.-ft. (534 N•m) @ 4,200 rpm
Max. engine speed5,800 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel requirementUnleaded midgrade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — Recommended Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — Acceptable
Oil capacity7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant capacity14.7 quarts (13.9 liters)
Emission controlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, Quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(b)
Max. gross trailer weight1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy)16 / 25 / 19

(a) Meets Federal Tier 2 Bin 5 and ULEV II emission requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington. (b) Meets Tier 2 Bin 4 emission requirements in all 50 states.

Transmissions25 specs
845RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic
AvailabilityIncluded with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine on 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300S and 300 Limited 300S includes Sport mode and die-cast paddle shifters
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control, Sport mode or paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control. Five-clutch pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Off-center line pump with low-viscosity oil for reduced spin loss. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear
Final drive ratio2.62 (RWD) 3.07 (AWD)
Overall top gear1.75 (RWD) 2.05 (AWD)
8HP70 TorqueFlite automatic eight-speed with Auto Stick
AvailabilityStandard — 300C, Optional — 300S RWD
Description300S and 300C (with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine) include Sport mode and die-cast paddle shifters
Overall top gear1.75
Gear ratios845RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic8HP70 TorqueFlite automatic eight-speed
1st4.714.714
2nd3.143.143
3rd2.102.106
4th1.671.667
5th1.291.285
6th1.001.000
7th0.840.839
8th0.670.667
Reverse3.303.317
Transfer case4 specs
Availability
Included on 300 Touring (AWD), 300 Touring L (AW), 300S (AWD) and 300 Limited AWD
Type
Active, fully variable with front-axle disconnect
Center differential
Planetary
Torque split, front/rear
Fully variable
Electrical system2 specs
Alternator
160-amp — standard on 300 Touring and 300 Touring L 180-amp — standard on 300S, 300 Limited and 300C
Battery
H7 Case, 730 CCA, maintenance-free
Suspension7 specs
Front
Independent SLA with high upper “A” arm, coil spring over gas-charged-monotube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. Lateral and diagonal lower links with dual ball joint knuckles One piece lower-control arms — included with AWD
Rear
Five-link independent with coil springs, gas-charged monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar and isolated suspension cradle
Comfort-tuned suspension
Optional on 300 Touring and 300 Touring L
Touring-tuned suspension
Standard on 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300 Limited and 300 C
AWD touring-tuned suspension
Standard on 300 Touring (AWD), 300 Touring L (AWD), 300S (AWD) and 300 Limited (AWD)
Sport-tuned suspension
Included on 300S (RWD)
Performance-tuned suspension
Optional on 300S (RWD)
Steering3 specs
Type
Rack and pinion with hydraulic power assist
Overall ratio
V-6 (RWD) — 15.5:1 V-6 (AWD) — 16.5:1 V-8 (RWD) — 15.5:1
Steering turns (lock-to-lock)
V-6 (RWD) — 2.8 V-6 (AWD) — 3.1 V-8 (RWD) — 2.8
Brakes7 specs
Touring brake packagePerformance brake package
AvailabilityStandard on 300 Touring, 300 Touring L, 300S and 300 LimitedStandard on 300S and 300C Included with 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engines and AWD
Front rotor size and type12.6 x 1.1 (320 x 28) vented13.6 x 1.26 (345 x 28) vented
Front caliper size and type2.36 (60) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing1.65 (42) dual-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Front swept area210 sq. in. (1,358 sq. cm)249 sq. in. (1,606 sq. cm)
Rear rotor size and type12.6 x 0.4 (320 x 10) solid12.6 x 0.87 (320 x 22) vented
Rear caliper size and type1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Rear swept area264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)
Dimensions and capacities11 specs
Wheelbase
120.2 (3,052)
Track, front
63.4 (1,611)
Track, rear
63.8 (1,620)
Overall length
198.6 (5,044)
Overall width
75.0 (1,902)
Overall height
300 (RWD with 18-in. tires) — 58.5 (1,485.2) 300 (RWD with 20-in. tires) — 58.7 (1,492.0) 300 (AWD with 19-in. tires) — 59.2 (1,503.9)
Ground clearance
300 (RWD with 18-in. tires) — 4.7 (120.3) 300 (RWD with 20-in. tires) — 5.0 (127.9) 300 (AWD with 19-in. tires) — 4.8 (122.3)
Drag coefficient (Cd)
0.320
Curb weight, lb. (kg)
V-6 (RWD) — 4,013 (1,820) V-6 (AWD) — 4,267 (1,935) V-8 (RWD) — 4,380 (1,987)
Weight distribution, percent F/R
V-6 (RWD) — 52/48 V-6 (AWD) — 53/47 V-8 (RWD) — 53/47
Fuel tank capacity, gal. (liter)
18.5 (70)

(c) All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires.

Accommodations18 specs
Seating capacity, F/R
2/3
Front headroom
38.6 (981) 36.9 (936.6) with dual-pane sunroof
Front legroom
41.8 (1,061)
Front shoulder room
59.5 (1,510)
Front hip room
56.2 (1,428)
Front seat travel
Driver — 10.6 (270) Passenger — 8.66 (220)
Front recliner angle range, deg.
Power — 70.7 Manual — 70
EPA front row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
55.6 (1.573)
Rear seat headroom
37.9 (963) 36.9 (937) with dual-pane sunroof
Rear seat legroom
40.1 (1,019)
Rear seat knee clearance
3.9 (99)
Rear seat shoulder room
57.7 (1,465)
Rear seat hip room
56.1 (1,425)
EPA second row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
50.7 (1.4)
Total interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
106.3 (3.0)
EPA luggage compartment volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
16.3 (0.5)
EPA interior volume index, cu. ft. (cu. m)
122.6 (3.5)
Trunk liftover height
30.1 (768.9)
Tires4 specs
P215/65R17P225/60R18235/55R19245/45R20 all-season245/45R20 three-season
AvailabilityStandard — 300 TouringStandard — 300 Touring L; Optional — 300 TouringStandard — 300 Touring (AWD), 300 Touring L (AWD), 300S (AWD) and 300 Limited (AWD)Standard — 300S, 300 Limited and 300C; Available — 300 Touring and 300 Touring LOptional — 300S
Size and typeP215/65R17 Low-rolling ResistanceP225/60R18 BSW Touring235/55R19 BSW All-season performance245/45R20 BSW All-season performance245/45R20 BSW Three-season high-performance
Mfr. and modelMichelin Energy SaverFirestone FR 710Michelin Primacy MXM4Firestone Firehawk GTVGoodyear Eagle F1
Revs per mile (km)748 (465)729.6 (453.4)719 (447)725 (451)725 (451)
Wheels3 specs
17-in. premium painted aluminum18-in. cast-aluminum, polished face with Tech Silver painted pockets19-in. cast-aluminum, polished19-in. cast-aluminum, Hyper Black painted19-in. cast-aluminum, Dark Bronze painted20-in. cast-aluminum, Hyper Black painted20-in. cast-aluminum, Dark Bronze painted20-in. cast-aluminum, polished
AvailabilityStandard — 300 TouringStandard — 300 Touring L; Available — 300 TouringAvailable — 300 Touring, 300 Touring L and 300 Limited (AWD)Standard — 300S (AWD); Available — 300 TouringAvailable — 300S (AWD) with Alloy Edition PackageStandard — 300S; Available — 300 TouringIncluded on 300S (RWD) with Alloy Edition PackageAvailable on 300C (RWD)
Type and material17-in. premium painted aluminum18-in. cast-aluminum, polished face with Tech Silver painted pockets19-in. cast-aluminum, polished19-in. cast-aluminum, Hyper Black painted19-in. cast-aluminum, Dark Bronze painted20-in. cast-aluminum, Hyper Black painted20-in. cast-aluminum, Dark Bronze painted20-in. cast-aluminum, polished
Size17 x 718 x 8.019 x 7.519 x 7.519 x 7.520 x 8.020 x 8.020 x 8.0

Source: 2018 Chrysler 300 Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2018 Chrysler 300 fuel economy (EPA)

The EPA rates the 2018 Chrysler 300 at 19–23 MPG combined; the 3.6L 6-cylinder (RWD) is the most efficient and the 5.7L 8-cylinder (RWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.

City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).

VersionEngineTransmission · driveCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
3003.6L 6-cylinder8-speed automatic · RWD19MPG30MPG23MPG$2,700389
3005.7L 8-cylinder8-speed automatic · RWD16MPG25MPG19MPG$3,750466
3003.6L 6-cylinderFFV8-speed automatic · RWD19MPG30MPG23MPG$2,700389
300 AWD3.6L 6-cylinder8-speed automatic · AWD18MPG27MPG21MPG$2,950415
300 AWD3.6L 6-cylinderFFV8-speed automatic · AWD18MPG27MPG21MPG$2,950415

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.

2018 Chrysler 300 wheels & tires

Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.

FitsTireWheelType
300 TouringStandard
P215/65R17Michelin Energy Saver
17 × 7 in, painted aluminum
low rolling resistance
300 Touring LStandard
P225/60R18Firestone FR 710
18 × 8.0 in, cast aluminum
touring, black sidewall
300 TouringOptional
P225/60R18Firestone FR 710
18 × 8.0 in, cast aluminum
touring, black sidewall
300 Touring (AWD), 300 Touring L (AWD), 300S (AWD) and 300 Limited (AWD)Standard
235/55R19Michelin Primacy MXM4
19 × 7.5 in, cast aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
300S, 300 Limited and 300CStandard
245/45R20Firestone Firehawk GTV
20 × 8.0 in, cast aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
300 Touring and 300 Touring LAvailable
245/45R20Firestone Firehawk GTV
20 × 8.0 in, cast aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
300SOptional
245/45R20Goodyear Eagle F1
20 × 8.0 in, cast aluminum
three-season high-performance, black sidewall
Cold tire pressure
Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
Spare
The sheet lists no spare; the manual covers a compact spare and a non-matching full-size spare, neither with a pressure sensor, stowed under the trunk access cover.
Lug nut torque
130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
Pressure monitor
A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.

Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2018 Chrysler 300 Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.

2018 Chrysler 300 maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage.

Additional Inspections

  • Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary
  • Inspect the rear axle fluidInspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
  • Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
  • Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes

Additional Maintenance

  • Replace cabin/air conditioning filter
Service20k30k40k50k60k70k80k90k100k110k120k130k140k150k
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary
Inspect the rear axle fluidInspect the front axle fluid (All Wheel Drive Only).
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only)
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter
Replace spark plugs
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first
Change the transfer case fluid; if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only)
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary

At every oil change

  • Change oil and filter
  • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before your next scheduled service
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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2018 Chrysler 300 fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toCapacity
3.6L engine
Fuel tank (approximate)(87 octane, 0-15% ethanol, or up to 85% ethanol for Flex Fuel (E-85) engine)18.5 gal70 L
Engine oil with filterSAE 5W-20, API Certified6 qt5.6 L
Cooling systemMopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent10 qt9.5 L
5.7L engine
Fuel tank (approximate)89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable, 0-15% ethanol18.5 gal70 L
Engine oil with filterSAE 5W-20, API Certified7 qt6.6 L
Cooling systemWithout Severe Duty II cooling system (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)14.5 qt13.9 L
With Severe Duty II cooling system (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)15 qt14.3 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Engine coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula, OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolantMS.90032
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil
SAE 5W-20, API CertifiedMS-6395
Mopar engine oil (Pennzoil and Shell Helix Ultra also listed as examples)
Engine oil filter
Mopar engine oil filter
Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs
Mopar spark plugs
Mopar Spark Plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Automatic transmission8-speed transmission
ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent
Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinder
DOT 3, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 not available)
Mopar DOT 3 brake fluid
Front axleAWD (if equipped)
SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90
Rear axle
SAE 75W-85 synthetic gear lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85
Transfer caseAWD (if equipped)
Transfer case lubricant for BorgWarner 44-40
Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant for BorgWarner 44-40

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded
Up to 15% (E15)
3.6L Flex Fuel (E-85) engine
87 octane Regular unleaded
Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable
5.7L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy)
Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorque
Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket130 ft‑lb (176 N·m)
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Fuel tank capacity is approximate.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Lug nuts/bolts: tighten in a star pattern and recheck torque after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Top Tier detergent gasoline is recommended; gasoline containing MMT is not recommended.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2018 Chrysler 300 recalls & safety

What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2018 Chrysler 300: 4 recall campaigns, 153 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
Chrysler 300 4 Dr AWD
11.3% risk
Chrysler 300 4 Dr RWD
11.3% risk

Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Recalls (4)

Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.

Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorMarch 14, 2024 · Campaign 24V198000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.

Campaign 24V198000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodAugust 9, 2018 · Campaign 18V524000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Campaign 18V524000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system: wiringMay 17, 2018 · Campaign 18V332000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train: automatic transmissionMay 1, 2018 · Campaign 18V280000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

Risk: If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

Campaign 18V280000 on NHTSA.gov

Owner complaints by component

Complaints
153
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
7
  • Electrical system69
  • Unknown or other53
  • Power train17
  • Air bags14
  • Exterior lighting9
  • Structure7
  • Back over prevention6
  • Engine5

Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.

Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Chrysler 300, Chrysler 300C. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

2018 Chrysler 300 owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.

On Mopar.com

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

Great Lakes owner notes

What counts on a 2018 Chrysler 300 from Michigan to Tennessee

Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2018 300 figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in Tennessee.

Pothole season and the factory tire sizes

Smallest factory tire: P215/65R17. Freeze-thaw cycles break up asphalt across the Great Lakes states, and one jolt can knock the alignment out without leaving a mark on the wheel. If the steering wheel sits off-center or the 300 wanders after a pothole, get the alignment checked before the tire edges wear. A winter set on 17-inch wheels also keeps salt off the originals.

What the manual says about oil

Oil capacity is 6 qt (3.6L) and 7 qt (5.7L), and the manual lists SAE 5W-20. Where more than one engine appears in the lineup, the engine code on the window sticker settles which grade applies. The wrong one in a Tennessee winter gives up a little protection on every cold start, and over years of driveway starts that adds up.

Battery checks before the cold

The spec sheet lists 730 cold-cranking amps. A 300 left at a lake cottage or in a pole barn for weeks slowly drains its battery, and a cold snap then finds it with nothing to spare. A plug-in maintainer for stored vehicles is cheap insurance in the Great Lakes states.

Drive systems for lake-effect snow

The 2018 lineup includes rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Power at both axles pays off when a band off Lake Erie buries the Snowbelt east of Cleveland, or on a steep, unplowed road out of a hollow in eastern Kentucky. It gets you moving; stopping on ice is still up to the tires.

Boats, campers and Appalachian grades

The schedule lists transfer case fluid and axle fluid service for frequent trailer towing, starting at 50,000 miles. Whether it is a fishing boat headed for the Ohio River or a pop-up camper bound for the Smokies, the extra heat of towing ages these fluids faster, most of all on long July climbs.

Filters for dust and pollen

The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.

Fuel grade and winter reserve

Fuel requirement: 87 octane (89 recommended). In winter, keeping the tank above half is a sensible habit across the Great Lakes states, because lake-effect pileups and mountain snow on I-64 or I-77 can leave traffic stopped for hours, and fuel is your heat.

Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.

2018 Chrysler 300 questions

How much oil does the 2018 Chrysler 300 take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified), 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified), 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2018 Chrysler 300 use?

Engine oil: SAE 5W-20, API Certified (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter.

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Chrysler 300?

At 20,000 miles: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the rear axle fluid. inspect the front axle fluid (all wheel drive only); inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2018 Chrysler 300 owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

What MPG does the 2018 Chrysler 300 get?

The EPA rates the 2018 Chrysler 300 at 19–23 MPG combined, depending on the version. 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 19 city / 30 highway / 23 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, AWD: 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.

What size tires does the 2018 Chrysler 300 use?

Factory tire sizes: P215/65R17 (300 Touring); P225/60R18 (300 Touring L, 300 Touring); 235/55R19 (300 Touring (AWD), 300 Touring L (AWD), 300S (AWD) and 300 Limited (AWD)); 245/45R20 (300S, 300 Limited and 300C, 300 Touring and 300 Touring L, 300S). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard on the vehicle, not in a single table.

What changed on the 2018 Chrysler 300?

New trims: 300 Touring and 300 Touring L; Dropped trim: 300C Platinum; Powertrain: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 variable-valve timing with eight-speed automatic and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 VVT with Fuel Saver Technology and interactive decel fuel shut-off with eight-speed automatic join the lineup; New option packages: Driver Convenience Group, Sport Appearance, Sun, Sound and NAV Package and Chrome Appearance.

Does the 2018 Chrysler 300 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Chrysler 300. The most recent: Air bags: side/window (March 2024), Electrical system: wiring (August 2018), and Electrical system: wiring (May 2018). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.

What are the most common safety complaints about the 2018 Chrysler 300?

Owners have filed 153 complaints about the 2018 Chrysler 300 with NHTSA. The components named most often are electrical system (69), unknown or other (53), and power train (17). 6 complaints involved a crash and 0 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.

What is the 2018 Chrysler 300's NHTSA crash-test rating?

NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2018 Chrysler 300 is 4 out of 5 stars (Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD: 4 and Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.